Restrictive Early Action or Regular Decision

OVERVIEW

Stanford has two freshman application options.  Only you can determine which option and timetable is appropriate for you.

Restrictive Early Action

Restrictive Early Action at Stanford is a non-binding option for students who have completed a thorough college search and know that Stanford is their first-choice.  Admission decisions are provided by December 15 but admitted students have until May 1 to respond to their offer of admission. More information »

Regular Decision

Regular Decision is Stanford’s traditional application option.  We employ the same standards for admission during the Regular Decision round as we do during the Restrictive Early Action round. The deadline for Regular Decision admission is January 1. More information »

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